Horizon is a Windows-based software package that will be visually different from the current product.   During the LINC Policy Council meeting on October 14, 2003, it was agreed that training would be held throughout the months of February and March.   It was also discussed whether or not library staff would be required to know Windows before coming to the Horizon training.   Members of LPC agreed that this should be a responsibility of the libraries, to ensure that their staff know and understand navigating in Windows.   Below is a list of those basic competencies.

Questions regarding windows proficiencies or training for Horizon may be directed to Donna Schaal at 217-352-0047, Ext. 204, or dschaa@lincolntrail.info.

Staff should understand and be able to do the following before coming to Horizon training.

Computer Basics:

• Turn on your computer
• Log in to Windows if required by your internal network
• Shut down/log off a PC correctly

Navigation:

• Navigate the desktop (double-click icons, right-click for menus, etc.)
• Mousing skills
• Use the Windows task bar
• Use the Start menu
• Use windows in Windows (resize, move, minimize, maximize, etc.)
• Use menus and dialog boxes
• Locate a PC's disk drives
• Access disk drive information

Internet Access

• Launch a browser
• Find different websites as needed

If members of your staff need a review or are not proficient in the following concepts, LTLS has identified online tutorials for Windows that should enable your staff to meet these standards.  

Online Tutorials:

http://www.webjunction.org/do/Home
http://www.learnthat.com/courses/computer/windows/
http://www.vtc.com/windows-menu-tutorials.htm

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